Little Galilee Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Galilee Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Massachusetts. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 45.2% in MA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| NID ID | MA02649 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GEORGE BRESNICK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little Galilee Pond Dam?
Little Galilee Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Little Galilee Pond Dam?
Little Galilee Pond Dam is owned by GEORGE BRESNICK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Little Galilee Pond Dam?
Little Galilee Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Galilee Pond Dam?
Little Galilee Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Little Galilee Pond Dam last inspected?
Little Galilee Pond Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.